AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PILOT PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK YOUTH.

HB 5309 requires Connecticut's Department of Education to create a pilot program for at-risk youth in grades 7-9. The program will provide hands-on, project-based learning in core subjects (math, science, English, and social studies), connecting academic content to practical applications like job-related skills and community experiences. This initiative directly affects middle school students identified as at-risk and aims to integrate classroom learning with real-world relevance through structured vocational and community engagement activities. The bill establishes a formal pilot program, not a permanent statewide requirement.